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Visas: Visa Bond Pilot Program

A Rule by the State Department on 08/05/2025

Any citizen or national traveling on a passport issued by the following countries, who is found otherwise eligible for a B1/B2 visa, must post a bond for $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000.  The amount is determined at the time of the visa interview. 

List of Countries Requiring Visa Bonds

 

Visa Bond Overview

  • Who Must Post a Bond: Citizens or nationals of designated countries applying for B1/B2 visas
  • Bond Amounts: $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000 (set by consular officer at interview)
  • Required Form: Department of Homeland Security Form I‑352
  • Payment Method: U.S. Treasury Pay.gov online platform
  • When to Submit: Only after a consular officer instructs the applicant
  • Third‑Party Payments: Not permitted; U.S. Government is not responsible for payments made outside official systems
  • Visa Guarantee: Posting a bond does not guarantee visa issuance
  • Refund Warning: Fees paid without consular direction will not be refunded

Mandatory Ports of Entry

All travelers who post a visa bond must enter and exit the United States through one of the following:

  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Failure to use these ports may result in denied entry or improper departure records.

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